NIOS Exam Centre Application 2025: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has extended an invitation to CBSE-affiliated schools to support its upcoming public examinations scheduled for April-May 2025. Schools interested in serving as exam centres have been requested to submit their consent by January 2, 2025.
NIOS Examination Overview
NIOS conducts public examinations twice a year for students enrolled in secondary (Class 10), senior secondary (Class 12), and vocational courses. These exams play a crucial role in providing educational opportunities for diverse learners, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
An official notification issued by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) highlights the importance of collaboration in conducting these examinations.
CBSE Notification Details
According to the notification, NIOS leverages the infrastructure and facilities of CBSE-affiliated schools to conduct its examinations. Schools willing to participate in the process for April-May 2025 exams can register their consent via the NIOS portal.
The CBSE notification states:
“It is to inform that NIOS, Department of School Education, Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India conducts public examinations twice a year i.e., in April-May and October-November for Secondary (10th) and Sr. Secondary (12th) and vocational courses. Every year, NIOS uses the services and infrastructure of schools affiliated to CBSE for conduct of its examinations. The next public examinations of NIOS are scheduled to commence in the month of April-2025. Request you to kindly extend your cooperation and convey your consent for the conduct of public examinations April/May-2025 On NIOS Portal.”
The consent submission deadline is January 2, 2025, emphasizing the need for timely participation to ensure smooth execution of the examination process.
About NIOS
Established in November 1989, the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), formerly known as the National Open School (NOS), operates under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India. It was founded in line with the National Policy on Education (1986) as an autonomous organization.
NIOS is the largest open and distance learning system in the country. It is dedicated to providing flexible and inclusive educational opportunities, catering especially to disadvantaged sections of society.
Importance of CBSE’s Role
The cooperation of CBSE-affiliated schools is integral to the success of NIOS examinations. These schools not only provide the necessary infrastructure but also ensure adherence to examination protocols, thereby supporting the educational aspirations of millions of learners.
How Schools Can Participate
Schools interested in collaborating with NIOS for the April-May 2025 exams must register their consent on the NIOS portal by January 2, 2025. This partnership reflects a collective effort to strengthen educational outreach and inclusivity across the country.
For more details, schools can visit the NIOS portal or refer to the official CBSE notification.
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